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Learning how to CATAMARAN (never-ending boat repairs)
6 de abril de 2025 · 21 min · 39K vistas · St. Croix
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Maintenance and repair projects on a catamaran in St. Croix include replacing trampoline ropes, installing a new Mantus anchor, and troubleshooting a leaking generator and water maker.Watch The host repairs a cracked shower drain box using fiberglass roving, epoxy, and silica, and installs a new float switch for the drain pump. A windlass gypsy issue is addressed by fabricating a custom guide from a plastic cutting board. Electrical upgrades include installing a 110-volt outlet box for power tools and repairing tank gauge wiring by replacing corroded connections, which restored functionality to the diesel and water level sensors. The generator cooling system leak is traced to a faulty thermostat seal, which is resolved by cutting a new gasket from high-temperature material. After failing to troubleshoot the water maker’s pressure pumps, the host pauses the project to prioritize departing for the cruising season. The host emphasizes that while boat maintenance is continuous, prioritizing safety-critical repairs allows for timely departure rather than remaining in port for cosmetic perfection.
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